Countdown to Delivery!
10 Must-Do Things Before You Go into Labor
Once you hit Week 36, the baby could arrive at any moment. Many moms-to-be start feeling anxious: "Am I really ready? Did I forget anything?"
Don't panic! Newparents has compiled the "Ultimate Pre-Birth Checklist". Just check these 10 items off, and you can head to the hospital with peace of mind when the time comes!
π Phase 1: Hospital Ready
These are urgent items. Pack them in your car or by the door before Week 36.
- 1. The Hospital Bag: Pack essentials for Mom (pads, nursing bra, going-home outfit) and Baby (diapers, swaddle, one set of clothes).
- 2. Important Documents: IC, Pink Book (Buku Merah), lab results, and a copy of your Marriage Certificate (for birth registration).
- 3. Admission Logistics: Check if your hospital requires a GL (Guarantee Letter) or a cash Deposit beforehand to avoid paperwork stress during contractions.
πΆ Phase 2: Baby Logistics
Prep your home environment so you won't be scrambling when the baby comes home.
- 4. Pre-wash Baby Clothes: Wash all new clothes, sheets, and mittens with baby-safe detergent to remove chemical residues.
- 5. Install the Car Seat: Malaysian law requires children to use a Car Seat. Practice installing it and buckling it up NOW. Don't struggle in the hospital parking lot later!
- 6. Sterilize Bottles/Pump: Even if you plan to breastfeed exclusively, prepare one set of sterilized bottles just in case.
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Phase 3: Mom's Self Care
Small details that make delivery and confinement much smoother.
- 7. Remove Manicure/Gel Nails: Crucial! Doctors need to see your natural nail color or clamp an Oximeter on your finger to check oxygen levels during labor. Gel nails block this.
- 8. Get a Haircut: Many moms choose to cut their hair shorter, as washing and drying long hair during confinement can be tiring.
- 9. Confirm Confinement Plans: Call your Confinement Lady (CL) or Centre to update them on your due date and emergency contacts.
- 10. Sleep!: Get as much sleep as possible before you "offload". This is your last chance for undisturbed sleep for a while!
π‘ Conclusion: You've Got This
Once you finish this list, take a deep breath and relax. Trust yourself, and trust your baby.
Childbirth is not just about pain; it's the magnificent moment you finally meet your little one. Wishing you a smooth delivery! π
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